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Three-piece high-speed steel tap set, bright finish, #8-36 UNF threads

Cleveland

Cleveland C54292 Straight Flute Hand Tap #8-36

SKU CH-8GS5-KXM49

Three-piece #8-36 UNF tap set in high-speed steel with 4 flutes and 75 % thread depth for #29 drill size

  • Product typeTaps
  • Three-piece kit covers bottoming, plug and taper operations
  • #8-36 UNF thread size matches fine-pitch fastening needs
  • High-speed steel construction resists wear during repeated threading
  • 75 % thread engagement with #29 drill size for reliable fit
  • Four-flute design improves chip clearance and thread accuracy

Cleveland #8-36 Tap Kit Purpose

The Cleveland C54292 kit supplies three straight-flute hand taps for cutting #8-36 UNF threads in through-holes or blind holes. Machinists and maintenance technicians use the taper, plug and bottoming taps in sequence to produce a 2B class of fit. The high-speed steel construction suits general-purpose threading in steel and non-ferrous metals.

Thread Cutting Behaviour

Each tap has four flutes and a 3/8 inch thread length on a 2 1/8 inch overall body, giving consistent chip clearance during sustained hand or powered operation. The uncoated bright finish relies on cutting fluid to maintain edge life when multiple holes are threaded consecutively. Right-hand thread direction matches standard fastener conventions.

Tool Material and Drill Requirement

High-speed steel withstands the heat generated by repeated passes without the hardness loss seen in carbon steel alternatives. A #29 drill provides the 75 percent thread engagement specified for the 2B fit. No coating is present, so lubrication is essential to manage friction and extend tap life.

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Price $18.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameCLEVELAND
Product typeTaps

Questions about this item

Does the tap generate noticeable heat or noise when used continuously in a drill press?

The tap is a manual cutting tool with no motor, so it produces no operational noise or heat beyond normal friction during threading.

What drill bit must I already own to prepare the correct hole for this #8-36 tap?

A #29 drill bit is required to achieve the 75 percent thread depth specified for this tap.

Will the 4-flute design and 2B class of fit work reliably in older mild steel or brass stock?

Yes, the high-speed steel construction and standard 2B fit are suitable for common legacy materials such as mild steel and brass.

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